Buy Rhododendron 'Hot Dawn'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

5a-8b

6-9 inch | $34.75

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Rhododendron 'Hot Dawn' plant details

Rhododendron 'Hot Dawn' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhododendron 'Hot Dawn'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: ericaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhododendron 'Hot Dawn'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Really, frilly edged, striking purple-red flowers cover this plant each spring. Dark green, elliptical leaves form the base.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Frilly edged, vivid purplish-red flowers cover this upright hardy hybrid. Deep green, elliptical leaves complete the plant. ['Mars' x (degronianum ssp. yakushimanum Exbury form x 'Mars')]

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Vivid purplish-red flowers with frilly edges and lots of substance are set off by excellent dark green foliage in late midseason. Blooms consistently as a young plant, making it a good choice for growers. Upright habit.